One of contemporary urban jazz s most prolific hitmakers since the late 90 s with 13 Billboard Top 10 singles and 6 #1 s, Chris Standring takes the opportunity on his 13th solo album to acknowledge the sometimes-harsh twists and turns of Real Life. Yet rather than give into circumstances beyond his control, the British born, L.A. based guitarist offers a truly uplifting way forward on this joyful soul-jazz infused retro-flavoured set.